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Facebook helps cops crack 45 year old case

Authorities say a Facebook posting has helped police figure out who was driving a car that fatally struck a 4-year-old girl 45 years ago - Full Story

Facebook Forum: 10 funny habits that follow you off-duty

When we came across a funny instance of an off-duty cop’s on-duty habits following him on a date, we... - Full Story

Law enforcement 2.0: How to build your virtual police department

An effective partnership with your community today means an awareness and a unique media presence - Full Story

Columns

Ken Hardesty - Excellence in Training

The Fallen Project: A documentary honoring officers

Sergeant Tom Marchese is leading a small group of working cops to make a two-hour feature film paying homage to America’s police officers killed in the line of duty - Full Story

Exclusives

Speed, accuracy, social media, and 'the news'

The mere existence of an officer's social media site can have implications further down the line. Remember, someone who has "friended" you may have done so because they actually dislike you and they have been waiting for their 15 minutes of fame. - Full Story

Videos

CRAIG PHINNEY - Cops Against Cancer - Public Service Ad- Video Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Cops Helping other Cops Stay Healthy

Exclusives

Cops have fewer rights than criminals

What do police officers need to know about the 1st and 4th Amendment rights of public employees? From reader comments to articles I've published, one thing is clear: There's confusion amongst the ranks. - Full Story

Tips

Video: Bet your badge on Facebook?

We’ve all heard about an officer who has been reprimanded—or even terminated—by his... - Full Story

In-depth News

Cops shut down pedophile-catching 'superheroes'

The latest incident in what seems to be a growing trend of citizens donning superhero outfits and trying to fight crime had a trio of teenagers arrested. Dressed as Batman and the Flash, they pretended to be young girls online and set up meetings with potential sexual predators. - Full Story